Wound Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA)

Centers Health Care

$90K — $110K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current State NP/PA License required.
  • Wound and ostomy certification is mandatory.
  • Long-term care experience preferred for better context in patient management.
  • Solid computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office, necessary for documentation.
  • Excellent communication skills essential for interacting with residents and families.
  • Team-oriented mindset to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

  • Manage care for all open wounds, including cleaning and dressing.
  • Complete necessary admission paperwork for new residents.
  • Provide advice and support to residents and their families regarding care options.
  • Monitor residents' health and administer required medications and treatments.
  • Document all resident care services accurately in records and charts.
  • Follow infection control policies to protect residents and staff.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to address resident needs and resolve issues.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for growth within the organization.
  • Supportive team environment fostering collaboration.
  • Access to professional development resources.
  • Flexible hours to accommodate work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Medical Director Services PC is looking to hire a Wound Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) to service multiple skilled nursing facilities in the St. Louis, MO.

Competitive salary offered commensurate with experience!

Excellent opportunity for growth!

Duties:
  • Responsible for all open wounds in the facility- including cleaning and dressing
  • Responsible for completing admission paperwork
  • Providing advice & support to the Residents and their families
  • Monitoring Residents and administering medication and treatments
  • Documenting Resident care services by charting in Resident & dept. records
  • Protecting Residents & staff by adhering to infection-control policies & protocols
  • Resolving Resident problems & needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies
  • Assuring quality of care by adhering to Facility philosophies & standards of care
  • Maintaining Resident confidence by keeping information confidential
  • Tracking of infection control
  • Monitoring and reporting, including monthly reports

Requirements:
  • Current State NP/PA License
  • Long-Term Care Experience Preferred
  • Must be wound and ostomy certified
  • Solid computer skills; working knowledge of MS Office
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Friendly and a team worker

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